Great App to make my life easier
Hostbuddy has helped me to get my time back with my short term rental. The AI sounds very human and does a great job automatically escalating to humans.
Amazing app
Could not run my STR hosting business without this!
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Automate guest communication for your short-term rentals with an intelligent AI co-host. Manage all properties from one inbox, receive timely notifications, and integrate with existing tools for seamless operations.
✓AI-powered guest messaging
✓Actionable conversation alerts
✓Multi-property inbox management
✓Real-time push notifications
✓Integration with property management systems
✓Designed by experienced hosts
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What's New in HostBuddy AI
1.3.1
August 6, 2026
This update fixes an issue that caused a repeated "Update Available" prompt on launch. Thanks for your patience. Also included, from our latest release: • 5 new languages: Portuguese, Chinese, Indonesian, Tagalog and Greek • Automatic language detection, plus a Language picker in Settings • In-chat message translation • Redesigned Settings with editable profile details • New app icon and smoother splash screen • Tap and hold a message to copy it • Fixed duplicate push notifications • Faster image loading and bug fixes
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FAQ
What is HostBuddy AI?
HostBuddy AI is an intelligent co-host designed to automate guest communication for short-term rental hosts. It learns your property's specifics to respond to guests accurately and promptly, handling tasks like check-in instructions and answering common questions.
How does HostBuddy AI manage multiple properties?
HostBuddy AI provides a single inbox for managing all your properties. You can easily switch between listings, view guest conversations organized by property, and maintain an overview of your entire rental portfolio.
Does HostBuddy AI integrate with other tools?
Yes, HostBuddy AI integrates with leading property management systems. This ensures your guest data, reservation details, and messaging stay automatically synchronized across your existing platforms.
What kind of notifications does HostBuddy AI send?
HostBuddy AI sends push notifications for urgent matters, such as new guest messages, action items requiring your attention, or critical requests. This helps you stay responsive without constant manual checking.
Is HostBuddy AI suitable for solo hosts?
Yes, HostBuddy AI is designed for hosts of all sizes, including solo hosts managing a single property on platforms like Airbnb. It aims to fit into existing workflows and reduce the round-the-clock effort required.
What is the update frequency for HostBuddy AI?
The latest version of HostBuddy AI is v1.2.1, which was last updated on April 22, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support for the application.
What devices does HostBuddy AI support?
HostBuddy AI is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to be accessible across Apple's mobile device ecosystem.
Does HostBuddy AI have ads?
No, HostBuddy AI does not contain advertisements. The application is free to use and does not display any ads to its users.